31 m. ago India’s Central Bank cuts interest rates amid global economic uncertainty

India’s central bank cut interest rates in the world’s fifth-largest economy on Wednesday as US President Donald Trump’s tariffs kicked in and policymakers warned of “challenging global economic conditions”. The cut, the second this year, aims to boost a slowing economy grappling with the impact of Trump’s sweeping tariffs. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Read More

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37 m. ago Food security: Tinubu’s administration earmarked N350 billion for reticulation, desilting of dams – Senator Adeola

…as he donates farm equipment, inputs to 3,082 farmers in Ogun   Laide Raheem, Abeokuta   Determined to boost food efficiency, ensure food security and tackle hunger President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration has earmarked N350 billion in the 2025 budget, for the reticulation and desilting of various dams across the country to carry out all […] The post Food security: Tinubu’s administration earmarked N350 billion for reticulation, desilting of dams – Senator Adeola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago No Country Can Have Its Problems Solved By Other Countries – Dangote

Africa’s richest man and president of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has emphasised that no country can rely solely on external solutions to address its internal challenges. Dangote called for collaborative efforts among stakeholders to tackle Nigeria’s economic hurdles, highlighting the importance of domestic investment and innovation. This appeal comes as global economic uncertainties continue […]

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1 hour ago TCN Unbundling: FG Unveils Board, Mgt As NISO Begins Operations

In a move to enhance the efficiency and reliability of Nigeria’s power sector, the federal government has inaugurated the board and management of the Nigerian Independent System Operator of Nigeria Limited (NISO), marking the commencement of its operations. This follows the unbundling of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) into two separate entities namely  the […]

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2 h. ago NUPENG, PENGASSAN Fault NNPLC’s External Recruitment Process

Organised labour in the oil and gas sector, the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) and the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), have criticised the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited’s (NNPCL) plans to fill top management positions with externally recruited people. The two unions have expressed their […]

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5 h. ago Reps Bemoan Zero Capital Budget For FCT Departments, Secretariats

The House of Representatives Committee on Federal Capital Territory (FCT), and Ancillary Matters has lamented the zero capital budget for various departments and mandate secretariats of the FCT Administration. The committee‘s chairman, Hon. Fred Agbedi, expressed displeasure when he led members of the oversight panel to inspect the level of construction of the palaces of […]

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8 h. ago NNPC crude suspension to Dangote refinery affected OPEC output – Report

The decision of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to suspend crude supply to the Dangote and other refineries affected the output of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries in March. A Reuters survey found that OPEC oil output fell in March as Nigeria curbed deliveries to domestic refineries. In March, supply from Nigeria, Read More

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10 h. ago VIDEO: I’m not cheating again, Davido commits to monogamy, reveals wedding plans

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, says he is turning over a new leaf in his personal life, pledging fidelity and a renewed focus on family. In an interview on The Breakfast Club podcast on Tuesday, the multi-award-winning artist candidly addressed his past relationships, admitting that past mistakes have shaped his current Read More

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12 h. ago PenCom laments investment gaps amid N5.51tn real sector injection

The National Pension Commission has lamented the limited availability of investable instruments that currently meet the minimum requirements for pension funds’ investments in Nigeria. This is even as the regulator revealed that a total of N5.51tn has been committed to asset classes that support long-term financing for real sector growth. These investments span infrastructure, private Read More

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13 h. ago Kwara, UK Bournemouth Varsity To Partner In AI, Research, Funding

The Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete has announced plans to collaborate with United Kingdom’s Bournemouth University in the areas of research, joint funding and Artificial Intelligence (AI). LEADERSHIP gathered that the collaboration plan was discussed during a meeting between KWASU Vice-Chancellor, Professor Shaykh Luqman-Jimoh, and Dr. Festus Adedoyin, a senior lecturer in the Department of […]

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13 h. ago DSTv, Starlink, others pay ‘peanuts’ to operate in Nigeria – Minister

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, on Tuesday, said the Federal Government has been exploring measures to curb the growing exploitation of satellite technologies, lamenting that Starlink, DSTV, and a few other service providers pay ‘peanuts’ to operate in Nigeria. According to him, some foreign investors have been known to find a Read More

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13 h. ago How SoftOrbits’ Digital Photo Suite streamlines business workflows

SoftOrbits is a digital image data processing software development company founded by Eugene Ustinenkov in 2006. Starting as a small read more How SoftOrbits’ Digital Photo Suite streamlines business workflows

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14 h. ago VIDEO: Mother laments after daughter soils self over alleged school toilet ban

A concerned parent has raised alarm after her young daughter, a preschooler, reportedly soiled herself at school , allegedly because of a warning issued during a school assembly that discouraged children from defecating in school. The parent who shared a video of her conversation with the headmistress, on TikTok with the username #alagatosmart on Thursday Read More

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15 h. ago Japa: 16,000 doctors left Nigeria in 5 years – Health Minister

Thousands more planning to leave Lament maldistribution of workforce By Fred Ezeh, Abuja Nigeria’s Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, has revealed that at least 16,000 medical doctors left the country for foreign practice over the past five years. He also warned that many more doctors, nurses, and healthcare workers […] The post Japa: 16,000 doctors left Nigeria in 5 years – Health Minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago World Autism Awareness Day: Autistic teen breaks records with World’s largest canvas painting 

By Chinenye Anuforo   For 15-year-old Kanyeyachukwu “Kanye” Tagbo-Okeke, a blank canvas wasn’t just empty space; it was a universe waiting to be born. Diagnosed with autism, Kanye discovered his voice through vibrant strokes of color, a language that would ultimately etch his name into history.   On April 2nd, 2025, amidst the global observance […] The post World Autism Awareness Day: Autistic teen breaks records with World’s largest canvas painting  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Steel Minister presents appointment letter to Ajaokuta Steel Company Acting Sole Administrator

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, has officially presented a letter of appointment to the  newly appointed Managing Director of the  Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited (ASCL), Prof. Nasir Naeem Abdulsalam. Speaking at the handover ceremony held at the Minister’s office in Abuja, Prince Audu expressed confidence in Prof. […] The post Steel Minister presents appointment letter to Ajaokuta Steel Company Acting Sole Administrator appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Borno: We are losing ground to terrorists, Zulum raises alarm

Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State on Tuesday lamented over daily killing, dislodgement of military formations and abduction of people read more Borno: We are losing ground to terrorists, Zulum raises alarm

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19 h. ago FG to audit Ajaokuta steel complex, paves way for private investment

The Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Audu, has revealed that the government is on the verge of initiating a comprehensive technical and financial audit of the Ajaokuta Steel Complex and other key equipment owned by the company. He said this audit process is to allow for private investment from potential suitors as directed by Read More

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19 h. ago PHOTOS: ‘From Cassava to Cloud Nine,’ TikToker throws party as first woman to board plane in her community 

A popular TikToker, Gold Ike, popularly identified as EveryDayWithGold, organised a party on Sunday to celebrate her achievement as the first woman to board an aeroplane in her community. The TikToker, known for peeling cassava and making garri, revealed her new achievement on her livestream. The lady was seen in different videos dishing out jollof Read More

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20 h. ago Kano Extends CofO Recertification By 60 Days, Vows To Sanction Defaulters

Kano State Government has announced a 60-day extension for the ongoing recertification of Certificates of Occupancy (CofO) in the state. The state government also warned that landowners who fail to comply within the new timeframe risk forfeiting their property titles in line with existing land regulations. Commissioner for Land and Physical Planning, Abduljabbar Mohammed Umar […]

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